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Job 34:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For Job hath said, I am righteous: and God hath taken away my judgment.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Job has said, 'I am innocent and righteous, but God has denied me justice.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is quoting Job's claim that he is innocent but God has treated him unfairly by withholding justice from him.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Job, which is set in ancient patriarchal times, Job is depicted as a righteous man enduring severe trials and insisting on his innocence despite his suffering. Elihu, a character in the story, is speaking in chapter 34 to challenge Job's assertions, claiming that Job has declared himself righteous and accused God of denying him fair judgment. This reflects the broader biblical exploration of human suffering, divine sovereignty, and the limits of human understanding in the face of adversity.

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